The in vitro culture of kidney cells in coconut water.
Date
4-1980
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Biology
College
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
Adviser/Committee Chair
William G. Padolina
Abstract
Kidney cells, isolated by trypsinization of kidneys of adult mice were cultured in coconut water and serum-supplemented Hanks' biological salt solution (HBSS) within a seventy two-hour period. Coconut water sustained a significantly higher cell population than serum-supplemented HBSS as shown by cell counts done at twenty-four hour intervals, statistical analyses and growth curves. This study confirms the hypothesis that even without a protein supplement, coconut water can maintain viable cells and promote their growth with its rich s tore of nutrients. Further investigation on the chemical nature of coconut water is recommended.
Language
English
Location
UPLB Main Library Special Collections Section (USCS)
Call Number
Thesis
Recommended Citation
Amigo, Jazmin L., "The in vitro culture of kidney cells in coconut water." (1980). Undergraduate Theses. 10711.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/etd-undergrad/10711
Document Type
Thesis